Kutzneria albida DSM 43870 Genome sequencing. Kutzneria albida DSM 43870

To explore the biosynthetic potential of Kutzneria albida to its full extent, the complete genome was sequenced. With a size of 9,874,926 bp, coding for 8,838 CDS, it stands alongside other Pseudonocardiaceae with large circular genomes. The genome analysis revealed the presence of 44 gene clusters potentially encoding secondary metabolite biosynthesis pathways. Two large genomic islands were identified, the locations of which correspond to the regions most enriched with secondary metabolism gene clusters. Large parts of this secondary metabolism "clustome" are dedicated to siderophores production, reflecting the soil-inhabiting lifestyle of Kutzneria albida.